Roman Terracotta Oil Lamp

拍品描述

Circa 3rd century A.D. Decorative band surrounding the filler hole, tapering lug handle to the rear, and the base with low-relief decoration. See Bussière, J. & Lindros Wohl, B., Ancient Lamps in the J. Paul Getty Museum, Malibu, 2017, no.525, for type (Eastern variant of Loeschcke VIII ?). 60 grams, 10.5 cm (4 1/8 in.). [No Reserve] From the collection of a Cambridge, UK, gentleman, by direct descent from his father, who acquired the items in London in circa 1960. TimeLine Auctions follows a rigorous vetting process to ensure the authenticity and legality of all items, reinforcing our commitment to integrity and responsible trading. Each antiquity, antique, and coin lot undergoes thorough examination by a vetting committee of at least ten external specialists, professional trade association members, scientists, and archaeologists. See our website for more information.

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